The Bald Faced Truth With John Canzano

Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the program to discuss the upcoming Civil War game against Oregon. Walker talks about the trash talk from Oregon linebacker Jerry Mixon and what the Beavers locker room thought about it. Walker talks about the Ducks' defense and says that the key for both teams is communication. Walker discusses the energy at practice this week and mentions that the co...

John Canzano is in talking about the Civil War football game this weekend. Canzano discusses what he needs to see out of Oregon State and what he needs to see out of Oregon. Canzano doesn't think that people should be trying to fire Trent Bray at this moment, but does need to see Oregon State play well soon. Oregon State football coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss his team's football as...

University of Portland men's soccer coach Nick Carlin-Voigt joins the program to discuss his team. The Pilots are off to a good start to the season, and Carlin-Voigt talks about what his team has done to start hot. Carlin-Voigt talks about what the goals are for the team for the rest of the season.

John's friend, Mike Good of Castle Rock Vineyards, joins the show to talk about the process of harvesting a grape, and talks about Canzano as a kid.

Oregon State football coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss his team's football as they head into the Civil War rivalry against Oregon. Bray discusses some of his most vivid Civil War memories and how he helps players from outside the Northwest understand the rivalry. Bray addresses the trash talk that Oregon linebacker Jerry Mixon said this week. Bray talks about Dante Moore and how much...

John Canzano is in talking about the Civil War football game between Oregon and Oregon State. Canzano thinks that this game should be played for the upcoming seasons, even though the two programs seem to be going in different directions. Later, Canzano talks about Tom Brady being in the coaches' box at the Raiders game. Canzano also discusses the Trail Blazers' sale to Tom Dundon and how he is aff...

Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes joins the program to address Beavers fans' worries about the football season this year. Barnes gives head coach Trent Bray a vote of confidence, stating that Bray is the right coach to lead the Beavers, but acknowledges that he needs time to adjust to the role of head coach. Barnes discusses the biggest problems currently facing Oregon State football and...

San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis joins the program to discuss his Aztecs' program. San Diego State plays undefeated Cal next week, and Lewis talks about the Cal team, including freshman phenom Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Lewis talks about what it is like taking over a program in college football now ,with all that is happening in the sport. Lewis talks about whether he would have recru...

John Canzano is in talking about week three of college football. Canzano talks about DeShaun Foster's firing and whether it was warranted. Canzano talks about the Beavers losing to Texas Tech and not showing a lot of effort, as well as the Oregon Ducks winning at Northwestern. Later in the show, Canzano talks about Brian Kelly's rant and whether Kelly should be acting that way. 5th Down College Fo...

5th Down College Football's Mark Schipper joins the program to discuss the firing of DeShaun Foster at UCLA. Schipper thinks that this is a university problem, and even though Foster wasn't good, it is a bigger problem. Schipper thinks that UCLA is going to want to hire a proven commodity rather than a young coordinator. Schipper addresses the stereotype that UCLA is merely a "basketball school."

John Canzano is in talking about his writing at johncanzano.com about Scott McQueeney, who ran a marathon backwards, because he lost a bet with his daughter. Canzano wants everybody to enjoy Friday and not take anything for granted. Canzano talks about Tom Dundon and his group officially purchasing the Trail Blazers. The BFT jury is back together. Michael Lewellen, Craig Birnbach, and John Strong...

San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss week 3 of college football. Wilner tells Canzano what games he is looking forward to this weekend, and if there is any chance of an upset in the Oregon or Oregon State game. Wilner discusses why he still has some concerns about Oregon, even though everybody else seems to be all in on the Ducks. Wilner discusses how the AP poll works an...

CEO and founder of Live Heads Up, Chris Love, joins the program to talk about her foundation. Love talks about the "Red Out" game for Lake Oswego High School football. The game is an annual tradition, typically in early September, that honors Coach Jeff Young and supports the Young With Heart non-profit, which raises funds for ALS awareness and research. Lake Oswego takes on Central Catholic on Fr...

John Canzano is in talking about Oregon State head football coach Trent Bray. Canzano wonders if Oregon State should coach up Bray in the media. In college football now, coaches have to be sympathetic towards fans, and Canzano wonders if Bray actually cares about the fans' feelings for their team. Being a head coach is a lot about marketing, according to Canzano. Oregon State wide receiver Trent W...

Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show for his weekly appearance. Walker talks about last week's game against Fresno State and what the locker room was like at halftime after the punting disaster. Walker discusses how some fans at Reser Stadium were yelling at their own players to play better, and shares his thoughts on seeing a somewhat empty stadium. Walker previews the Texas Tec...

John Canzano talks to Oregon State head coach Trent Bray and Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'lique Terry ahead of week three of the college football season.

John Canzano talks with Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'lique Terry ahead of the Big Ten opener Saturday at Northwestern (9:00 a.m., FOX).

Oregon State head football coach Trent Bray joins the program to talk about his Oregon State Beavers as they head into a week three match-up against Texas Tech. Bray addresses the incident he had at halftime of their game against Fresno State. Bray discusses the team's mentality as they head into a tough game with a 0-2 record. Bray talks about how the offense and Maalik Murphy showed a lot of imp...

John Canzano is in talking about the AP poll in college football. One voter moved Florida up in their rankings after a loss to USF, and many are calling for her vote to be taken away. Canzano discusses whether they should take votes away and if the AP poll even matters anymore in today's age of college football. Later, Canzano talks about week three of college football and the battle between Nike...

Portland State football coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to talk about his Vikings heading to Hawaii to take on the Rainbow Warriors. Barnum talks about the loss to North Dakota in week two. Barnum talks about some of his coaching mentors that he has had throughout his career. Barnum talks about his mindset heading into his final "payday" game against Hawaii. Barnum goes through the schedule o...

Lawyer Alan Thayer joins the show to discuss the Pac-12 vs Mountain West legal battle. Thayer breaks down what is happening between the two conferences and where we stand. Thayer talks about the best arguments for both conferences as they continue down the legal road. Thayer talks about the new judge who is now involved with the case and what effect they may have on the ruling.

John Canzano is in talking about week 2 of college football and asking the question, should Trent Bray be fired? Canzano wonders if Bray is the answer for the Beavers after Oregon State's loss to Fresno State at Reser Stadium. Canzano is impressed by the Oregon Ducks 69-3 win over Oklahoma State, but wonders if our expectations should change for the Ducks after two blowout wins. Later, Canzano tal...

John Canzano is in talking about spitting in sports. Canzano wonders what drives athletes to spit on one another in the heat of battle. Canzano talks about the NFL game being played in Brazil and if it is good for the players and the fans. Later, Canzano talks about Nick Saban admitting that the Big Ten has an advantage over the SEC. The BFT jury assembles to discuss spitting in sports and Mike Gu...

WCC commissioner Stu Jackson joins the show to talk about UC San Diego officially joining the West Coast Conference in 14 of the WCC's 16 sponsored sports. Jackson talks about the changing of the landscape in college athletics. Jackson talks about Gonzaga leaving the conference fully in 2026 and what the plan could be with St. Mary's going forward.

John Canzano is in talking about week two of college football. Canzano talks about some of his picks for the biggest games of week two and thinks that there are a couple of upset opportunities on the board. Canzano also talks about the spring transfer window going away. Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show to discuss Oregon State's head space as they head into their week two game...